Announcement of Vacancy

Department of Engineering Technologies

College of Technology, Architecture & Applied Engineering

Bowling Green State University

Bowling Green, OH 43403

 

Position title: Chair of Department of Engineering Technologies, tenured at full professor.

 

The Department: The Department of Engineering Technologies has Bachelor of Science in Technology degree programs in Aviation Studies [ATMAE accredited] and Electro-Mechanical Systems; a Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology [ECET program is ETAC ABET accredited] and a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology [ENGT program is ETAC ABET accredited]. The department also offers a baccalaureate degree program in Quality Systems which is offered online.  The department has a Master of Technology Management program with a specialization in Engineering Technology that is face-to-face and online and Quality Systems that is online.  The department is also involved at the doctoral level in an online consortium Ph.D. program with Indiana State University.  The degree of Ph.D. in Technology Management is granted by Indiana State University and the department participates in the Digital Communications, Manufacturing Systems, and Quality Systems specializations within that program.

 

Some of the current initiatives in the department include:

• An internal grant is expected to replace and upgrade many of the laboratory areas within our larger laboratory that involve both the Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology and Engineering Technology programs.The central theme of this grant is Information Technology Infused Advanced Manufacturing.This grant is under discussion and focuses on the following areas: Mechanical Design; Rapid Prototyping and Additive Manufacturing; Automation, Mechatronics and Robotics; Fluid Mechanics for Robotics; Mechatronics; Advanced Manufacturing; Materials and Manufacturing; Data Highways, Networks and Security (Cybersecurity); Green Energy; and Virtual Reality in Advanced Manufacturing.

• Quality Systems courses are delivered 100% online.Future growth is expected with a move to the BGSU eCampus format in 2016 and pursuance of ABET accreditation (2018).

• The Aviation Studies program is pursuing AABI accreditation (2018) and proposing major curriculum and check sheet revisions for Fall of 2016.

   

  General Description and Responsibilities: This is a twelve-month, tenured position in an academic environment undergoing significant change.  Responsibilities associated with this position include working with faculty and others to collaboratively:

• Lead in the areas of program and curriculum development, student recruitment, budget, personnel, innovative instruction, and facility utilization.

• Lead in development and conduct of research projects and related agendas connected to scholarship and attracting external funding.

• Represent and advocate with related industries and organizations, advisory committees, government agencies, potential funding sources, other departments and institutions, and university administration to build collaboration and cooperation.

• Teach at least one credit-bearing course per semester in a discipline offered in the department.

   

  Applicant Qualifications: The successful applicant will possess demonstrated leadership abilities in technical environments, research, administration, and teaching in one or more of the disciplines within the department.  A doctoral degree in a department related field is required.

   

  Rank and Salary: Salary is competitive and commensurate with peer institution levels for rank and position and in keeping with the candidate’s experience and credentials.

   

  Effective Date of Employment: July 1, 2016

   

  Closing Date: February 7, 2016

   

  Contact: The applicant should submit a letter of application that includes his/her qualification for the position; a statement describing his/her vision for the department in context of teaching, research, departmental growth and leadership; a current CV; and contact information of five current references.  These should be sent to, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Engineering Technologies, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403, or emailed as Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachments to lleimgr@bgsu.edu.  Applicants may be asked to forward additional materials in support of their application.  Final candidate(s) will be required to submit official transcripts and three official letters of reference written in the last 12 months.  Finalists must authorize and pass a background check prior to an offer of employment.  For questions, call Linda Leimgruber at 419-372-2439.  College and departmental information can be found at http://www.bgsu.edu/technology-architecture-and-applied-engineering/engineering-technologies.html.

   

  “Bowling Green State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.  We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities regardless of age, gender identity, genetic information, religion, or sexual orientation.”

   

  The University: Bowling Green State University is a tier-one, national public university serving 19,000 students on two campuses in northwest Ohio.  The University has nationally recognized programs and research in the natural and social sciences, education, arts, business, health and wellness, humanities and applied technologies.  BGSU seeks talented individuals to join our community in Bowling Green, Ohio, recognized as one of the “Best College Towns in America.”

   

  The College of Technology, Architecture & Applied Engineering offers the Bachelor of Science degree in nine major areas, a M.Ed. in Learning Design, a Master of Technology Management degree and an online consortium Ph.D. degree.  The College has approximately 1100 undergraduate and over 60 graduate students.  The campus location 20 miles south of Toledo, Ohio affords the faculty and graduate assistants opportunities for service and research involvement with major corporations in Toledo and southeast Michigan.